Aeschi 2009 - A cow's paradise and the fading of Swiss agriCULTURE

In Aeschi, Switzerland one can find glimpses into a rural community that somewhat resists corporatization. There is one farmer named Ueli that lives that resistance. The hands on approach he takes to farming is evident in the beauty of his farm and in the peaceful nature of his animals. As Switzerland joins other post-industrial nations in producing mega farms, people like Ueli and their small farms are disappearing. Cows with horns too are rapidly becoming a sign of the past. In this time of transition a Swiss herd of cows will have those with and without horns. The horned animals are the oldest and when they are gone, they will be replaced by the ones without horns. De-horning is symbolic of the need to standardize.

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• Swiss Cows
• Aeschi
• Switzerland
• farming